Psychometrician and Test Development Specialist

19 سبتمبر، 2022

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Job Description

College/Department Profile
Qatar University Profile:
Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.
Department Profile:
The Mission of the Qatar University Testing Center is to support students and the broader community in assessing their knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to higher education by providing a variety of local and international testing opportunities that are valid, reliable and fair. The Center aspires to become a nationally and regionally recognized center for providing quality testing services and developing standardized tests that cater to stakeholders needs.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Psychometrician and Test Development Specialist is responsible of statistical analyses, data gathering procedures, technical/statistical reports, and test development processes.
1.Conduct analyses of test items and test data.
2.Implement and maintain procedures to maximize the validity and reliability of test items and scores.
3.Assist in creating student tests/ assessments that validate the accomplishment of student learning objectives.
4.Keep abreast of knowledge in educational technology, evaluation and test/assessment development tools.
5.Conduct advanced statistical analyses (e.g. Item Response Theory).
6.Write technical / statistical reports and explain the implications of statistical studies to client colleges or programs and makes recommendations.
7.Assist with content experts to improve and expand current test/assessments.
8.Assist in the design and development of new test/assessments.
9.Lead the item-writing/review process, assemble test forms, assist with scoring reviews, interacts with clients from various colleges and programs, and facilitate client meetings.
10.Maintain, review and manage item banks and test delivery.
11.Lead a team of test developers and provide professional development and support for all team members.
12.Construct exams, standard setting studies and post-exam evaluations.
13.Maintain test validity, reliability and fairness in compliance with international standards.
14.Maintain confidentiality of exams and data at all times.
15.Adhere to strict deadlines and works productively under pressure.
16.Capacity to work extended hours to complete tasks and meet deadlines.
17.Identify staff training needs and plan for appropriate training to be provided in a timely manner.
18.Perform other tasks and duties that may be occasionally required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Psychometrician and Test Development Specialist is responsible of statistical analyses, data gathering procedures, technical/statistical reports, and test development processes.
1.Conduct analyses of test items and test data.
2.Implement and maintain procedures to maximize the validity and reliability of test items and scores.
3.Assist in creating student tests/ assessments that validate the accomplishment of student learning objectives.
4.Keep abreast of knowledge in educational technology, evaluation and test/assessment development tools.
5.Conduct advanced statistical analyses (e.g. Item Response Theory).
6.Write technical / statistical reports and explain the implications of statistical studies to client colleges or programs and makes recommendations.
7.Assist with content experts to improve and expand current test/assessments.
8.Assist in the design and development of new test/assessments.
9.Lead the item-writing/review process, assemble test forms, assist with scoring reviews, interacts with clients from various colleges and programs, and facilitate client meetings.
10.Maintain, review and manage item banks and test delivery.
11.Lead a team of test developers and provide professional development and support for all team members.
12.Construct exams, standard setting studies and post-exam evaluations.
13.Maintain test validity, reliability and fairness in compliance with international standards.
14.Maintain confidentiality of exams and data at all times.
15.Adhere to strict deadlines and works productively under pressure.
16.Capacity to work extended hours to complete tasks and meet deadlines.
17.Identify staff training needs and plan for appropriate training to be provided in a timely manner.
18.Perform other tasks and duties that may be occasionally required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University.
Required Documents
Non Academic:

Curriculum Vitae with cover letter.
Experience Certificates.
At least three references including contact numbers and email addresses.
Highest Academic Qualification.

Academic:

Current Curriculum Vitae with Cover letter.
Teaching,research, and service philosophy.
Three referees contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed.However, if no course work was completed,an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.

Benefits
Non Academic:

Competitive tax-free salary.
Housing allowance in accordance with HRM Law.
Annual air tickets for candidate and dependents according to QUHR policies.
Public health care and health insurance to candidate and family members according to QU HR policies.
Annual leave in accordance with HRM Law.
End-of-contract indemnity.

Academic:

A three-year renewable contract.
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Tax-free salary.
Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
Annual air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.
Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
End-of-contract indemnity.